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Study Stack cards 2 for Chapters 7-14
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List the 3 main functions of the Digestive System. | Digestion, Absorption and Elimination. |
Define Respiratory System. | A system of organs and tissues in the body that are involved in breathing and the exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide. |
Explain the role of Systemic Circulation. | It circulates blood carrying rich Oxygen away from the heart, to the body and returns poor oxygen blood back to the heart. |
Explain the role of Pulmonary Circulation. | It circulates blood carrying poor Oxygen away from the heart, to the lungs and returns rich Oxygen to the heart. |
What hormone is responsible for regulating platelet production? | Thrombopoietin |
True or False: The Endocrine System has a quicker response than the Nervous System? | False, it's response is slower, but longer lasting. Hormones must travel via the bloodstream. |
What triggers the release of Neurotransmitters or mediator molecules? | Nerve Impulses |
Name at least 3 involuntary movements that relative to Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). | It's responsible for regulating heart rate, blood pressure, Respiration, Digestion, and Sexual arousal. |
Fill in the Blank: The Peripheral Nervous System is made of (A) pairs of spinal nerves and (B) pairs of cranial nerves. | (A) 31 pairs of spinal nerves and (B) 12 pairs of cranial nerves. |
Which nervous system is responsible for sensory input and output? | The Central Nervous System (CNS). |